émue

Ému is a French word that translates to "moved" or "touched" in English. It is the past participle of the verb émouvoir, which means to move emotionally or to stir. The word is used to describe a person who is feeling a strong emotion, such as sadness, sympathy, or happiness, often in response to an event or experience. For instance, one might be described as "émue par un film" (moved by a film) or "émue aux larmes" (moved to tears). The adjective can apply to both men and women, with the masculine form being ému. It conveys a sense of being emotionally affected or deeply touched by something, highlighting a significant emotional reaction.